The Economist16d
A short history of Syria, in maps
Our seven maps below illustrate how Syria became a country and the forces that have made it so unstable.
E.U. to Cautiously Pare Back Sanctions on Syria
European foreign ministers agreed on a “road map” to lift financial restrictions, but the change will happen in stages.
Associated Press12d
A train station was once the pride of Syria’s capital. Some see it as a symbol of revival after war
Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. The Qadam train station, which was damaged during the war between ...
Middle East Eye1d
Russia wants to reopen its embassy in Syria
A Russian delegation tells Damascus it wants certain Syrian opposition groups included in the upcoming national dialogue ...
In Syria's Golan Heights buffer zone, residents fear Israel is making a land grab
After the ouster of Syria's longtime leader Bashar al-Assad last month, Israel's military has taken up a new post in the ...
The Economist10d
How Turkey plans to expand its influence in the new Syria
No country has as much to gain from a stable Syria as Turkey, and few have as much to lose if it implodes. Turkey is home to ...
EU cautiously agrees roadmap to ease sanctions on Syria in wake of Assad's downfall
European Union foreign ministers have agreed to begin lifting sanctions on Syria, but insist that the measures should be ...